1959 Morris Minor vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Opel Signum is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 655 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Opel Signum (168 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Minor | 2006 Opel Signum | |
Make | Morris | Opel |
Model | Minor | Signum |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |